Author Archives: umpleby

We have a case full of truffles of assorted flavors –  rum, espresso, chocolate and hazelnut.  Truffles are like the hard alcohol of desserts.   Eating a truffle is like doing a shot of fine brandy or aged whiskey the … Continue reading →

Did I mention that we are making a fantastic array of different Christmas Cookies?  Buy them by the piece, dozen or platter sized –  we are Christmas Cookie freaks!  They are fun to make, fun to eat and they look … Continue reading →

My wife, Carolyn loves this cake.  It is made with whole oranges that gives the finished result an intense bittersweet taste. The cake is rather dense and is topped with poured fondant and poppy seeds.  I learned how to make … Continue reading →